There have been 2 safety recalls for the Toyota Tercel. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the Toyota Tercel.
The interference with the headlamp housing caused byother than koito brand lamp bulbs does not comply with fmvss 108, "lamps,reflective devices, and associated equipment. "
| Recalled Vehicles: 1987 Toyota Tercel, 1988 Toyota Tercel, 1989 Toyota Tercel, 1990 Toyota Tercel |
| Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
| Recall Summary: There can be interference with the headlamp housing if headlamp bulbs are replaced with any brand other than koito brand bulbs. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1980 Toyota Tercel, 1981 Toyota Tercel, 1982 Toyota Tercel |
| Component: SUSPENSION:REAR |
| Recall Summary: The lower control arms, which support the rear wheels, are subject to corrosion if operated in areas where a large amount of road salt is used to aid in snow and ice removal. Consequence of defect: continuous exposure to road salt may cause corrosion failure of the lower control arm ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Jul. 13, 1992 | Exterior Lighting:headlights | 360,399 |
| Mar. 10, 1986 | Suspension:rear | 359,000 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 1990 Toyota Tercel | 1 |
| 1989 Toyota Tercel | 1 |
| 1988 Toyota Tercel | 1 |
| 1987 Toyota Tercel | 1 |
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 1 |
| 1981 Toyota Tercel | 1 |
| 1980 Toyota Tercel | 1 |